To look at how to critically examine issues and how to effectively write essays

in Physical Education studies.

Lesson Aim:

C Consequences.Consistency.

oWhat are the consequences of believing this information?oHow consistent is the information?

A Assumptions.Accuracy.

oWhat assumptions have been made here?oHow accurate is the data / information?

M Meaning.Main Points.

oWhat is the meaning of this?oWhat is the main point here?

P Prejudice.Point of view.

oWhat prejudice is being shown here?oWhat other points of view could be expressed?

E Evidence.Examples.

oWhat evidence is being given to support the claim?oWhat examples are being given to back it up?

R Relevance.Reliability

oHow relevant are these claims?oHow reliable is the source / writer / information?

Critical Evaluation Question sheet.

Don’t make assumptions- if you can’t back it up with evidence then don’t write it or say it. Take nothing for granted.

Everything needs to be referenced from a credible source, not your parents or friends etc. Or have evidence supporting what you are saying.

I don’t want you to ramble and try to sound intelligent, keep it simple and to the point.

Remember there are many sides to any issue, not just your own.

What not to do with Critical Analysis

Read through the question firstly in one go and then identify what is being asked.

Brainstorm everything you know about the issue (SPEECH, OPV, PMIS)

Then you will begin writing your essay in the following format

Introduction. Positives. Minuses. Issues Suggestions

Essay writing structure in PES.

SPEECH- societal, political, environmental, economic, cultural, historical.

OPV= Others Point of View PMIS= Positives, Minuses, Issues and Suggestions

IntroductionState in this paragraph what you know and

what you would like to know / critically evaluate.

Draw on hard facts, figures, definitions, quotes, opinions of others and relevant background material you know about the topic to support you.

Define the aim of the rest of the essay.Outline the different issues that you will

examine throughout the rest of the essay.

Present the positive view points- i.e. what do you agree with in the statement put forward.

Back this up with evidence e.g. quotes, research and your own personal experiences.

This may include SPEECH influences and OPV.

Positives.

Examines a negative view point.What do you disagree with from the statement?

Look at the weakness and who is to benefit from such statements.

Point out errors of logic or show that conclusions do not necessarily logically follow.

Negatives.

Examine any bias that may exist. Challenge the validity of facts and figures backed up with up your own evidence.

Challenge assumptions; Are there any blanket terms used? Define these and challenge there use. Have any extraploitations been made i.e. statements that make a trend forward and assume the trend will continue in the future.

Issues

What are some in initiatives, new ideas, alternatives you or others have about helping this issue move forward / be improved.

Suggestions.

Begin with a statement such as “I am now going to conclude by reflecting major points I have discussed”

Conclusion

DO NOT USE ANY SWEEPING

GENERALISATIONS OR NEW MATERIAL IN

YOUR CONCLUSION!!

For every point that you raise use SEDE.

S=Statement- make a valid statement or say in my opinion.

E=Explain- make clear what you mean by this statement.

DE= Detailed example- give a detailed backed up with evidence.

SEDE.

Make sure that you are not just listing facts or ideas, that you link ideas, data and interpretations into coherent paragraphs.

Use quotes and data.Reference, reference, reference.Make sure that you writing is not prejudice or one

sided.Proof read and check your grammar.Don’t try and sound intelligent with what you say.

Don’t use big words you don’t understand just to sound clever!

Make sure your writing is formal, no text languages, abbreviations, personal jokes etc.

Finally......